Regional Energy Deal: ECOWAS has signed off on the $25 billion Nigeria–Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline, a hybrid onshore-offshore line expected to move 30 bcm of gas yearly, with 15 bcm earmarked for Morocco and European markets; construction is slated to start in 2028 and first deliveries in 2031, with the route spanning countries including Guinea and Guinea-Bissau. Russia–Africa Tech & Finance: Guinea-Bissau confirmed it will participate in Russia’s October Russia–Africa Summit, where Sergey Lavrov says AI, digital economy, payment platforms, and food security (including local production) will be key themes. Biodiversity Spotlight (Bijagós): A new report highlights the Bijagós Archipelago’s UNESCO status and its tide-driven marine richness, including major migratory bird feeding grounds and sea turtle nesting. Malaria Genetics (West Africa): Research on Anopheles gambiae complex adaptation and genetic signatures of selection points to how mosquito evolution shapes malaria control challenges across the region. Maritime Safety: A Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo ship, MV Golden Leo, was hit near Odesa; reports say six sailors died and four are missing, underscoring risks to shipping in the war zone. Youth Skills Gap: Afrobarometer findings across 38 African countries flag inadequate training and lack of job experience as top barriers to youth employment.